The 7 Best Highlighters For Oily Skin To Give You A Gorgeous Glow That Isn't Greasy

Adding shimmer and "glow" to your T-zone sounds like a nightmare for those of us with oily skin. But no matter what you've heard, you can wear anything if you know how to apply it. Here are the best highlighters for oily skin, so you can rock a gorgeous glow, despite your usual oily state.

If you have combination to oily skin, the concept of shine is not welcome. You usually stay away from anything described as dewy and luminizing, and highlighters are completely out of the question. Sounds familiar, right? Well, it shouldn't be! Despite what you think you know, you can create a beautiful glow with highlighters without looking greasy.

First thing's first: Use a mattifying pore minimizer underneath or mixed in with your foundation. This will create a smooth, matte base. Next, you'll choose a highlighter. For oily skin, I recommend powder highlighters. Not only will it not add more liquid to your skin, but it'll also help soak up excess oil. To avoid getting an overly powdered cake face, apply your powder highlighter with a damp beauty sponge. The moisture from the sponge will help the highlight melt into your skin.

Another thing to remember: Avoid highlighting your T-zone. Skip highlighting your nose, your forehead, and under your eyes. Instead, go for the tops of the cheekbones, under the brow bone, and right in the cupid's bow. Finish it all with a matte setting spray, which will help to keep your highlight and the rest of your makeup from slipping off your face.

I know I said powder highlighters are better, but don't let that stop you from using a cream. Just remember that when applying highlighter creams, accent the apples of your cheeks before applying a setting powder. Also, consider using a damp beauty sponge and blend, blend, blend.